Bumrah has impressed with an economy rate of 6.3 in the Super Eights. He has conceded only three sixes in the tournament. India has used him flexibly in different matches. Gavaskar said dismissing key batters like Jos Buttler and Harry Brook early could tilt the match.

He also praised Bumrah’s ability to hide variations. Gavaskar noted that the pacer keeps adding new skills to his bowling. He compared reading Bumrah’s deliveries to how Andre Agassi decoded Boris Becker’s serve. He said Bumrah offers no visible clues to batters.

Gavaskar warned about England all-rounder Will Jacks, who has excelled with bat and ball. He said pitch conditions will decide his impact. Gavaskar added that India’s right-handers must handle him carefully in the semi-final.

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Chants of “Kohli, Kohli” echoed across the airport as supporters tried to catch a glimpse of the star batter. Security arrangements remained tight, yet brief chaos followed when Kohli exited the terminal. Officials later escorted him safely to his vehicle. Teammate Nitish Reddy also reached Vadodara, while other squad members are expected soon.

Kohli recently returned to domestic cricket after 15 years by featuring in the Vijay Hazare Trophy. He impressed with scores of 131 and 77 in two matches. During the tournament, he became the fastest batter to cross 16,000 List A runs, surpassing Sachin Tendulkar’s record.

The 37-year-old continues his strong run in international cricket after a successful Australia tour and a century-filled ODI series against South Africa. Kohli now stands just 25 runs away from becoming the fastest player to reach 28,000 international runs. He also enjoys an excellent ODI record against New Zealand, with 1,657 runs in 33 matches.

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Visakhapatnam has often favoured India in limited-overs cricket. The team played ten ODIs here so far, winning seven and losing only two. One match ended without a result. These numbers give India confidence ahead of the contest. Toss may also play a key role in this game, as conditions often benefit the side bowling first.

Team selection remains a big discussion ahead of the match. Reports suggest that Nitish Kumar Reddy could enter the playing XI. If he is picked, the management may drop opener Yashasvi Jaiswal. Some sources also expect Rishabh Pant to return to the final lineup. India is likely to make at least one or two changes before the toss.

Fans expect a high-pressure decider because both teams want the series trophy. India hopes home conditions and crowd support will help them deliver a strong performance. South Africa, however, looks ready for a tough fight in this crucial clash.

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Earlier on Tuesday, Manipur resumed their first innings at 180/4 and reached 342 before being bowled out. Meghalaya had posted 430 in their first innings, securing an 88-run advantage. Manipur’s overnight pair, Bashid and Priyojit, added valuable runs but could not convert their starts into big scores. Bashid fell for 64 after a sharp run-out by Kishan Lyngdoh, while Priyojit was trapped LBW by Chengkam Sangma for 71.

Jotin Pheiroijam provided stability with an impressive 86 before another run-out, this time by Akash Chaudhary. For Meghalaya, Chengkam delivered the best spell with 2/50 from 18 overs. Akash took 2/68, while Aryan Borah claimed 2/83, keeping Manipur from overtaking the first-innings deficit.

Meghalaya then faced a brief batting session before stumps. They lost Arien Bonchang Sangma early for 7, but Arpit Bhatewara (16*) and guest player Ajay Duhan (25*) ensured a safe end to the day.

As the teams prepare for the final day on Wednesday, the match stands in a delicate balance. Meghalaya carry a decent cushion but need disciplined bowling if they hope to force a result. Manipur, on the other hand, will rely on patience and resilience to secure a draw unless Meghalaya produce a breakthrough spell that changes the momentum.

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Iyer fell awkwardly while taking a catch, which caused a spleen cut and internal bleeding. Doctors acted quickly and stopped the bleeding through a minor procedure. Medical teams in Sydney and India closely monitored his treatment.

The BCCI thanked Dr Kouroush Haghigi’s team in Sydney and Dr Dinshaw Pardiwala in India for their expert care. Iyer will stay in Sydney for follow-ups and return to India once he is fit to fly.

Sharing an update on social media, Iyer thanked fans for their support. “I’m feeling better every day, and your wishes mean a lot,” he wrote, expressing gratitude to everyone praying for his speedy recovery.

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Australia’s captain Mitchell Marsh chose to bowl first under dark skies. Openers Abhishek Sharma and Shubman Gill started brightly, adding 35 runs before Nathan Ellis removed Abhishek. Suryakumar Yadav joined Gill and hit his 150th T20I six with a stylish flick over square leg.

Rain stopped the match for 40 minutes after five overs, cutting it to 18 overs per side. When play resumed, Suryakumar and Gill attacked quickly, adding 62 runs from 35 balls. Their partnership looked set for a big score before another downpour ended the contest. At the stoppage, Suryakumar was on 39 and Gill on 37.

BCCI later confirmed that all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy will miss the first three T20Is. He is recovering from a quadriceps injury and neck spasms suffered during the Adelaide ODI.

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The match was evenly poised from the start. Vandit Golecha scored for Jaipur, while Shivangi Jai Singh netted for Dynamix to end the first chukker at 1-1. Dynamix took control in the second and third chukkers, with Daniel Otamendi scoring a hat-trick and Shivangi Singh completing her brace, giving Dynamix a 5-2 lead.

Jaipur launched an epic comeback in the fourth chukker. Devvrat Singh Jhalamand scored the first goal, followed by two crucial strikes from Sawai Padmanabh Singh. The fourth chukker ended tied at 5-5, forcing a final, decisive fifth chukker. Lance Watson scored the lone goal of the period to seal Jaipur’s victory.

Earlier, Jaipur had beaten Suhana All Stars 8-4 in the semi-final. The team also secured titles at the Gen Amar Singh Kanota Cup, Sawai Man Guard Cup, and Chinkara Cup, showcasing consistent dominance this season.

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In the afternoon, the Chero Archers defeated the Mighty Marathas 5-1. The Royals then beat the Chola Chiefs 6-2, with Ojas Deotale returning to action. The Knights ended the session losing 1-5 to the Prithviraj Yodhas, further hurting their playoff hopes.

The evening session brought exciting matches as rain stayed away. The Royals sealed their semifinal spot after beating the Knights 5-1, handing them another loss. The Chola Chiefs overcame the Chero Archers 6-2, thanks to Brady Ellison and Deepika Kumari’s strong finish.

The day concluded with the Mighty Marathas edging out the Yodhas 5-3 in a tight contest. The Royals lead the table with 14 points, followed by the Marathas with 10. The Chiefs and Yodhas are tied at six points each, while the Chero Archers sit fifth with two wins.

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Brentford host Manchester United, with the home side struggling after summer departures. United will be without Casemiro due to suspension but seek momentum under their new campaign. Chelsea travel to Brighton, missing Liam Delap and Cole Palmer, while former Brighton striker Joao Pedro is expected to start.

Manchester City play Burnley after being held by Arsenal last weekend. Pep Guardiola may adjust tactics to test defenders against Phil Foden and Erling Haaland. Bournemouth visit Leeds United, with the hosts testing their rivals after a strong win against Wolverhampton Wanderers. Wolves remain bottom and face Tottenham, whose form under Thomas Frank continues despite injuries.

Nottingham Forest aim for their first win under Ange Postecoglou against Sunderland, while Aston Villa seeks their first league victory against Fulham. Arsenal visit Newcastle with key players possibly returning. West Ham coach Graham Potter’s future may be in question if Everton wins on Monday.

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The match began positively for U Mumba, with Sandeep Kumar scoring early. Neeraj Narwal responded with two points to keep Dabang Delhi in contention, and the first ten minutes ended 9-7. Dabang Delhi later equalized at 12-12, as Ashu Malik started to make an impact. Sunil Kumar’s Super Tackle briefly gave U Mumba a lead, but Ashu Malik’s multi-point raid at halftime inflicted an All Out. The first half ended 19-17 in favor of Dabang Delhi.

In the second half, Dabang Delhi K.C. increased pressure. Fazel Atrachali and Surjeet Singh made crucial tackles, while Ashu Malik executed another Super Raid to enforce a double All Out. Dabang Delhi extended their lead to 37-19, showing clear dominance in the third quarter with 18 points scored.

U Mumba struggled to respond, with Sandeep Kumar being the only highlight. Ashu Malik completed his stellar performance with a Super Raid, securing the win. Dabang Delhi K.C. now tops the points table after this commanding victory.

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